This alternative Christmas Advent calendar can be made from oddments of yarn. Jemma Weston has used Kid Classic but any other yarn from your stash, that is suitable for felting, can be used as a substitute.

Crochet this stunning multi-coloured blanket, a free pattern from the Rowan archive, originally featured in Rowan Knitting & Crochet Magazine 41 and reworked in new shades of Handknit Cotton (cotton), a design by Marie Wallin. Using 9 of the beautiful shades of handknit cotton and with a beautiful stitch pattern, this crochet pattern is an absolute must have for the season.